[blindkid] blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 13

Moses Whitaker Jr mwhitakerj at hotmail.com
Fri Jul 15 17:30:30 UTC 2011


Thank you for all the fine suggestions...I'm going to try the dispenser...Amazon.com seem to have it but I can't find it locally.  Although Walgreen website says they have it when try to contact the listed number it's actually a D. Reade store and they don't carry it.  
 

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> 1. Re: blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12 (Trudy Pickrel)
> 2. Re: blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12 (Leslie Ligon)
> 3. Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Eleanor Robinson)
> 4. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Holly Miller)
> 5. Re: blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12 (Crystal Schumacher)
> 6. Re: blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12 (Crystal Schumacher)
> 7. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Bonnie Lucas)
> 8. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Bonnie Lucas)
> 9. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Bonnie Lucas)
> 10. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Carol Castellano)
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> From: Trudy Pickrel <tlpickrel at hotmail.com>
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> Crystal
> 
> Where do you find this dispenser? 
> 
> You are not alone we to struggle with the mess. Have tried all suggestions. More toothpaste in sink then in mouth. 
> 
> Trudy L Pickrel
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> > 1. Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Moses Whitaker Jr)
> > 2. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Emily)
> > 3. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Brandy W)
> > 4. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Carol Castellano)
> > 5. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Crystal Schumacher)
> > 6. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Mary Lou Lewis)
> > 7. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (David Andrews)
> > 8. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Albert J Rizzi)
> > 9. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (L)
> > 10. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Richard Holloway)
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> > Message: 1
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:09:00 -0400
> > From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> > To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > Message-ID: <COL111-W26967E8178C21A7698D466D7470 at phx.gbl>
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> > 
> > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> > 
> > Thanks,
> > Moe 
> > 
> > ------------------------------
> > 
> > Message: 2
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:13:46 -0400
> > From: Emily <elgibbs at gmail.com>
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> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> > I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> > toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> > mouth.
> > 
> > Good luck
> > 
> > On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> > <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> > 
> >> 
> >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind,
> >> very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their
> >> toothbrush?
> >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste
> >> on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his
> >> finger. Big mess!
> >> 
> >> Thanks,
> >> Moe
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> > Message: 3
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:21:10 -0500
> > From: "Brandy W" <branlw at sbcglobal.net>
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> > That is what I do. I got tired of being precise and all of that jazz so I
> > just have my own tube that I don't share and squirt a bit into my mouth.
> > 
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> > differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open,
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> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > Behalf Of Emily
> > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:14 PM
> > To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > 
> > I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> > toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> > mouth.
> > 
> > Good luck
> > 
> > On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> > <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> > 
> >> 
> >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >> 
> >> Thanks,
> >> Moe
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> > Message: 4
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > From: Carol Castellano <carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com>
> > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
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> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> > Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > Carol
> > 
> > At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > 
> >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >> 
> >> Thanks,
> >> Moe
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> > Message: 5
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:38:48 -0700
> > From: Crystal Schumacher <crystal_schu at hotmail.com>
> > To: <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> > 
> > I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and push forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We all use it!
> > 
> > Crystal
> > 
> > 
> >> Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> >> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> >> From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> >> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> >> 
> >> Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> >> and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> >> the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> >> Carol
> >> 
> >> At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> >> 
> >>> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> >>> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> >>> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >>> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> >>> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> >>> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >>> 
> >>> Thanks,
> >>> Moe
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> > Message: 6
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:54:52 -0500
> > From: "Mary Lou Lewis" <community at CityofAlice.org>
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> > That's exactly what I bought for my son and he usually does a good job
> > with a little coaching. 
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> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> > On Behalf Of Crystal Schumacher
> > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:39 PM
> > To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > 
> > 
> > I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the
> > bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and
> > push forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We
> > all use it!
> > 
> > Crystal
> > 
> > 
> >> Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> >> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> >> From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> >> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> >> 
> >> Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> >> and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> >> the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> >> Carol
> >> 
> >> At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> >> 
> >>> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> >>> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> >>> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >>> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> >>> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> >>> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >>> 
> >>> Thanks,
> >>> Moe
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> > Message: 7
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:30:47 -0500
> > From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
> > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
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> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
> > 
> > Give him his own tube and let him squeeze it directly into mouth.
> > 
> > Dave
> > 
> > At 01:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > 
> >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >> 
> >> Thanks,
> >> Moe
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > ------------------------------
> > 
> > Message: 8
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:40:26 -0400
> > From: "Albert J Rizzi" <albert at myblindspot.org>
> > To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> > children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > Message-ID: <28661A7A148F453C964CF3FF21278183 at JkTC4D1>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
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> > Lol. that is how I do it. glad someone stepped up with that one as a
> > suggestion.
> > 
> > 
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> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > Behalf Of David Andrews
> > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 3:31 PM
> > To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List,(for parents of blind children)
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > 
> > Give him his own tube and let him squeeze it directly into mouth.
> > 
> > Dave
> > 
> > At 01:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > 
> >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >> 
> >> Thanks,
> >> Moe
> > 
> > 
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> > ------------------------------
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> > Message: 9
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:15:49 -0700 (PDT)
> > From: L <lburns24 at yahoo.com>
> > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > Message-ID:
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> > 
> > Hi,
> > I was just researching grooming and dressing for a paper I am writing for my grad class and came across this info at the Little Rock Foundation website,? - http://www.tlrf.org/parents_resources_TeachingMethods.htmBrushing Teeth
> > Give your child his own place to keep his supplies, such as a plastic caddy or cup, so that he doesn't have to search through the family's materials to locate his own things. If your child has usable color vision, purchase items that are boldly colored and distinct from those of other family members. Buy toothpastes with flip-top caps; this avoids the frustration of the little
> > round caps that roll away at the touch of a searching finger. If your brand doesn't offer fliptops,
> > teach your child to put the cap in a specific location, such as in a soap dish or next to the faucet.Your child can search for the cap by moving his hand from the sink edge in toward the bowl; this way, even if the cap rolls away, it will land in the sink to be easily found. It can be difficult for a blind or V.I. child to learn how to squirt just the right amount of toothpaste
> > and put it in just the right place on the brush. If this is so for your child, try: ? Buy inexpensive toothpaste and let your child experiment in the tub or backyard. Show him how the toothpaste can squirt or ooze, depending on the pressure of his hand. Feel around to find where the toothpaste is inside the tube, and squeeze it to move the paste around inside the tube. Think of this as an early physics experiment! ? Show your child how to squeeze a short line of toothpaste onto the end of his finger (from the bend of his first knuckle to the tip of his finger). When he can do this easily, he can learn to hold his fingertip next to the bristles of the toothbrush and guide the tip toothpaste tube along the head of the brush. ? If you have practiced and practiced, and your child just can't seem to get the tooth paste on the brush, you may decide to try teaching this later on. In the meantime, your child could try using toothpowder (shake a small
> > amount into the palm of the hand), or learn to squirt a small dab of toothpaste directly into his mouth (he will need his own tube of paste). Teach your child to wipe his mouth after brushing his teeth. He should also rinse the sink, leaving the bathroom clean for others.
> > ?
> > There is also a new website - http://blindhow.com/
> > 
> > From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> > To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:09 PM
> > Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > 
> > 
> > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > We are still having a difficult time with it.? We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger.? Big mess! 
> > 
> > Thanks,
> > Moe ??? ??? ??? ? ??? ??? ? 
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> > ------------------------------
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> > Message: 10
> > Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:18:45 -0400
> > From: Richard Holloway <rholloway at gopbc.org>
> > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > Message-ID: <9BEA201B-B019-4980-839E-941AF9955CC9 at gopbc.org>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
> > 
> > One alternative which I don't think has been mentioned is using tooth powder instead. It is a powder (as the name might imply, LOL) so nowhere nearly as sticky. There are homemade "recipes" for it but it is also commercially available from companies large and small including Colgate. At least one brand I found with a google search also offers it with fluoride (if that is a concern). If I'm not mistaken, tooth powders pre-date tooth paste actually. I think they've been in use for a couple hundred years so it isn't some crazy new idea. Might be worth a shot...
> > 
> > Richard
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > On Jul 13, 2011, at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr wrote:
> > 
> >> 
> >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> >> 
> >> Thanks,
> >> Moe 
> >> _______________________________________________
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> ------------------------------
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> Message: 2
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:39:54 -0500
> From: Leslie Ligon <atfirstsight at ligondesign.com>
> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12
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> 
> Thanks for these toothpaste ideas - it's still messy in our bath! ;-D
> 
> Re: yesterday's padlock string: though the push button lock seems good, 
> Ethan's been using the same lever locks for several years with no 
> problems. They're impervious to breaking, and unlike the comments about 
> having to be precise with the way you push the button on the other 
> style, the lever style doesn't need any cajoling!
> 
> Best,
> Leslie
> 
> P.S. We're taking off Sat. to drive Ethan to the NFB-CO Center!
> 
> 
> 
> ------------------------------
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> Message: 3
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:48:14 -0400 (EDT)
> From: Eleanor Robinson <erobin8725 at aol.com>
> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> Message-ID: <8CE106DB87E87A0-58C-245F0 at webmail-d008.sysops.aol.com>
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> 
> How about putting the toothpaste in the refrigerator to make it easier to feel the amount being squeezed out?
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> ------------------------------
> 
> Message: 4
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:58:05 -0400
> From: Holly Miller <hollym12 at gmail.com>
> To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)"
> <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> Message-ID: <3C3AC352-23D5-406D-826F-97F4E6017856 at gmail.com>
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> 
> If it makes you feel any better, Hank does have enough vision that he should be able to do this task yet I still have toothpaste all over the sink. Maybe a boy thing more than a blind thing? Lol!
> 
> Holly
> 
> 
> ------------------------------
> 
> Message: 5
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:09:02 -0700
> From: Crystal Schumacher <crystal_schu at hotmail.com>
> To: <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12
> Message-ID: <COL120-W204DC9C8277F4E18983470FF460 at phx.gbl>
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> 
> 
> Trudy,
> 
> I bought mine at Bed, Bath, & Beyond. I think it was around $15 or $20. I believe it was a "Seen on TV" type item. They also make an automatic hand soap dispenser. The suction on the toothpaste dispenser is very good, mine has never fallen off the bathroom mirror. Good Luck!
> 
> Crystal 
> 
> 
> > CC: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > From: tlpickrel at hotmail.com
> > Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:22:14 -0400
> > To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12
> > 
> > Crystal
> > 
> > Where do you find this dispenser? 
> > 
> > You are not alone we to struggle with the mess. Have tried all suggestions. More toothpaste in sink then in mouth. 
> > 
> > Trudy L Pickrel
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> > > Today's Topics:
> > > 
> > > 1. Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Moses Whitaker Jr)
> > > 2. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Emily)
> > > 3. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Brandy W)
> > > 4. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Carol Castellano)
> > > 5. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Crystal Schumacher)
> > > 6. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Mary Lou Lewis)
> > > 7. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (David Andrews)
> > > 8. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Albert J Rizzi)
> > > 9. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (L)
> > > 10. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Richard Holloway)
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 1
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:09:00 -0400
> > > From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> > > To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <COL111-W26967E8178C21A7698D466D7470 at phx.gbl>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > > We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> > > 
> > > Thanks,
> > > Moe 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 2
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:13:46 -0400
> > > From: Emily <elgibbs at gmail.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID:
> > > <CACAk=jJ-gNs5uNa+rO_A7JJMNU8s-EFKdCq2OsT8tFKBtw+-wA at mail.gmail.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1
> > > 
> > > I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> > > toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> > > mouth.
> > > 
> > > Good luck
> > > 
> > > On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> > > <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> > > 
> > >> 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind,
> > >> very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their
> > >> toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste
> > >> on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his
> > >> finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
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> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 3
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:21:10 -0500
> > > From: "Brandy W" <branlw at sbcglobal.net>
> > > To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> > > children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <005b01cc4189$a5b3c9d0$f11b5d70$@net>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> > > 
> > > That is what I do. I got tired of being precise and all of that jazz so I
> > > just have my own tube that I don't share and squirt a bit into my mouth.
> > > 
> > > "Feelings of worth flourish only in an atmosphere where individual
> > > differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open,
> > > and rules are flexible - the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing
> > > family."
> > > ~Virginia Satir
> > > 
> > > Brandy Wojcik Discovery Toys Educational Consultant and Team leader
> > > (512) 689-5045
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> > > 
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> > > 
> > > Looking forward to helping you with your educational toy needs!
> > > 
> > > 
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > > Behalf Of Emily
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:14 PM
> > > To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> > > toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> > > mouth.
> > > 
> > > Good luck
> > > 
> > > On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> > > <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> > > 
> > >> 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
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> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 4
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > > From: Carol Castellano <carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <4e1de2c0.4145340a.1e77.ffff80a6 at mx.google.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
> > > 
> > > Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > > and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > > the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > > Carol
> > > 
> > > At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > > 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
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> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 5
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:38:48 -0700
> > > From: Crystal Schumacher <crystal_schu at hotmail.com>
> > > To: <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <COL120-W6413274DCCECF04F39BCABFF470 at phx.gbl>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
> > > 
> > > 
> > > I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and push forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We all use it!
> > > 
> > > Crystal
> > > 
> > > 
> > >> Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > >> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > >> From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> > >> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > >> 
> > >> Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > >> and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > >> the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > >> Carol
> > >> 
> > >> At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > >> 
> > >>> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >>> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >>> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >>> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >>> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >>> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >>> 
> > >>> Thanks,
> > >>> Moe
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> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 6
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:54:52 -0500
> > > From: "Mary Lou Lewis" <community at CityofAlice.org>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID:
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> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> > > 
> > > That's exactly what I bought for my son and he usually does a good job
> > > with a little coaching. 
> > > 
> > > Mary Lou Lewis
> > > Administrative Secretary
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> > > 
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> > > On Behalf Of Crystal Schumacher
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:39 PM
> > > To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > 
> > > I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the
> > > bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and
> > > push forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We
> > > all use it!
> > > 
> > > Crystal
> > > 
> > > 
> > >> Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > >> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > >> From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> > >> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > >> 
> > >> Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > >> and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > >> the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > >> Carol
> > >> 
> > >> At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > >> 
> > >>> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >>> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >>> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >>> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >>> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >>> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >>> 
> > >>> Thanks,
> > >>> Moe
> > >>> _______________________________________________
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> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 7
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:30:47 -0500
> > > From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <auto-000019647478 at mailfront4.g2host.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
> > > 
> > > Give him his own tube and let him squeeze it directly into mouth.
> > > 
> > > Dave
> > > 
> > > At 01:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > > 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 8
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:40:26 -0400
> > > From: "Albert J Rizzi" <albert at myblindspot.org>
> > > To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> > > children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <28661A7A148F453C964CF3FF21278183 at JkTC4D1>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> > > 
> > > Lol. that is how I do it. glad someone stepped up with that one as a
> > > suggestion.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Albert J. Rizzi, M.Ed.
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> > > 
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > > Behalf Of David Andrews
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 3:31 PM
> > > To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List,(for parents of blind children)
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > Give him his own tube and let him squeeze it directly into mouth.
> > > 
> > > Dave
> > > 
> > > At 01:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > > 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
> > > 
> > > 
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> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 9
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:15:49 -0700 (PDT)
> > > From: L <lburns24 at yahoo.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID:
> > > <1310595349.19535.YahooMailNeo at web110608.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> > > 
> > > Hi,
> > > I was just researching grooming and dressing for a paper I am writing for my grad class and came across this info at the Little Rock Foundation website,? - http://www.tlrf.org/parents_resources_TeachingMethods.htmBrushing Teeth
> > > Give your child his own place to keep his supplies, such as a plastic caddy or cup, so that he doesn't have to search through the family's materials to locate his own things. If your child has usable color vision, purchase items that are boldly colored and distinct from those of other family members. Buy toothpastes with flip-top caps; this avoids the frustration of the little
> > > round caps that roll away at the touch of a searching finger. If your brand doesn't offer fliptops,
> > > teach your child to put the cap in a specific location, such as in a soap dish or next to the faucet.Your child can search for the cap by moving his hand from the sink edge in toward the bowl; this way, even if the cap rolls away, it will land in the sink to be easily found. It can be difficult for a blind or V.I. child to learn how to squirt just the right amount of toothpaste
> > > and put it in just the right place on the brush. If this is so for your child, try: ? Buy inexpensive toothpaste and let your child experiment in the tub or backyard. Show him how the toothpaste can squirt or ooze, depending on the pressure of his hand. Feel around to find where the toothpaste is inside the tube, and squeeze it to move the paste around inside the tube. Think of this as an early physics experiment! ? Show your child how to squeeze a short line of toothpaste onto the end of his finger (from the bend of his first knuckle to the tip of his finger). When he can do this easily, he can learn to hold his fingertip next to the bristles of the toothbrush and guide the tip toothpaste tube along the head of the brush. ? If you have practiced and practiced, and your child just can't seem to get the tooth paste on the brush, you may decide to try teaching this later on. In the meantime, your child could try using toothpowder (shake a small
> > > amount into the palm of the hand), or learn to squirt a small dab of toothpaste directly into his mouth (he will need his own tube of paste). Teach your child to wipe his mouth after brushing his teeth. He should also rinse the sink, leaving the bathroom clean for others.
> > > ?
> > > There is also a new website - http://blindhow.com/
> > > 
> > > From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> > > To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:09 PM
> > > Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > > We are still having a difficult time with it.? We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger.? Big mess! 
> > > 
> > > Thanks,
> > > Moe ??? ??? ??? ? ??? ??? ? 
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> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 10
> > > Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:18:45 -0400
> > > From: Richard Holloway <rholloway at gopbc.org>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <9BEA201B-B019-4980-839E-941AF9955CC9 at gopbc.org>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
> > > 
> > > One alternative which I don't think has been mentioned is using tooth powder instead. It is a powder (as the name might imply, LOL) so nowhere nearly as sticky. There are homemade "recipes" for it but it is also commercially available from companies large and small including Colgate. At least one brand I found with a google search also offers it with fluoride (if that is a concern). If I'm not mistaken, tooth powders pre-date tooth paste actually. I think they've been in use for a couple hundred years so it isn't some crazy new idea. Might be worth a shot...
> > > 
> > > Richard
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > On Jul 13, 2011, at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr wrote:
> > > 
> > >> 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe 
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> Message: 6
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:16:43 -0700
> From: Crystal Schumacher <crystal_schu at hotmail.com>
> To: <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12
> Message-ID: <COL120-W126D39271FC8FB5F8DE556FF460 at phx.gbl>
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> 
> 
> Here, I just found it at amazon.com...
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/TB011106-Hands-Free-Toothpaste-Dispenser-Toothbrush/dp/B002I9LVFE
> 
> 
> > CC: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > From: tlpickrel at hotmail.com
> > Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:22:14 -0400
> > To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] blindkid Digest, Vol 87, Issue 12
> > 
> > Crystal
> > 
> > Where do you find this dispenser? 
> > 
> > You are not alone we to struggle with the mess. Have tried all suggestions. More toothpaste in sink then in mouth. 
> > 
> > Trudy L Pickrel
> > President MDPOBC
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> > On Jul 14, 2011, at 1:00 PM, blindkid-request at nfbnet.org wrote:
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> > > Today's Topics:
> > > 
> > > 1. Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Moses Whitaker Jr)
> > > 2. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Emily)
> > > 3. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Brandy W)
> > > 4. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Carol Castellano)
> > > 5. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Crystal Schumacher)
> > > 6. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Mary Lou Lewis)
> > > 7. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (David Andrews)
> > > 8. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Albert J Rizzi)
> > > 9. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (L)
> > > 10. Re: Toothpaste on Toothbrush (Richard Holloway)
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 1
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:09:00 -0400
> > > From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> > > To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <COL111-W26967E8178C21A7698D466D7470 at phx.gbl>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > > We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> > > 
> > > Thanks,
> > > Moe 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 2
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:13:46 -0400
> > > From: Emily <elgibbs at gmail.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID:
> > > <CACAk=jJ-gNs5uNa+rO_A7JJMNU8s-EFKdCq2OsT8tFKBtw+-wA at mail.gmail.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1
> > > 
> > > I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> > > toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> > > mouth.
> > > 
> > > Good luck
> > > 
> > > On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> > > <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> > > 
> > >> 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind,
> > >> very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their
> > >> toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste
> > >> on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his
> > >> finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
> > >> _______________________________________________
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> > >> 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 3
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:21:10 -0500
> > > From: "Brandy W" <branlw at sbcglobal.net>
> > > To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> > > children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <005b01cc4189$a5b3c9d0$f11b5d70$@net>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> > > 
> > > That is what I do. I got tired of being precise and all of that jazz so I
> > > just have my own tube that I don't share and squirt a bit into my mouth.
> > > 
> > > "Feelings of worth flourish only in an atmosphere where individual
> > > differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open,
> > > and rules are flexible - the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing
> > > family."
> > > ~Virginia Satir
> > > 
> > > Brandy Wojcik Discovery Toys Educational Consultant and Team leader
> > > (512) 689-5045
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> > > 
> > > Looking forward to helping you with your educational toy needs!
> > > 
> > > 
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > > Behalf Of Emily
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:14 PM
> > > To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> > > toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> > > mouth.
> > > 
> > > Good luck
> > > 
> > > On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> > > <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> > > 
> > >> 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
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> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 4
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > > From: Carol Castellano <carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <4e1de2c0.4145340a.1e77.ffff80a6 at mx.google.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
> > > 
> > > Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > > and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > > the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > > Carol
> > > 
> > > At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > > 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
> > >> _______________________________________________
> > >> blindkid mailing list
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> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 5
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:38:48 -0700
> > > From: Crystal Schumacher <crystal_schu at hotmail.com>
> > > To: <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <COL120-W6413274DCCECF04F39BCABFF470 at phx.gbl>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
> > > 
> > > 
> > > I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and push forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We all use it!
> > > 
> > > Crystal
> > > 
> > > 
> > >> Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > >> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > >> From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> > >> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > >> 
> > >> Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > >> and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > >> the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > >> Carol
> > >> 
> > >> At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > >> 
> > >>> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >>> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >>> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >>> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >>> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >>> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >>> 
> > >>> Thanks,
> > >>> Moe
> > >>> _______________________________________________
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> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 6
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:54:52 -0500
> > > From: "Mary Lou Lewis" <community at CityofAlice.org>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID:
> > > <2753085ABC28B448A495612A8AFF47CF02D55142 at EXCHANGE.alicetx>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> > > 
> > > That's exactly what I bought for my son and he usually does a good job
> > > with a little coaching. 
> > > 
> > > Mary Lou Lewis
> > > Administrative Secretary
> > > Community Development Dept.
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> > > 
> > > 
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> > > On Behalf Of Crystal Schumacher
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:39 PM
> > > To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > 
> > > I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the
> > > bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and
> > > push forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We
> > > all use it!
> > > 
> > > Crystal
> > > 
> > > 
> > >> Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > >> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > >> From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> > >> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > >> 
> > >> Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > >> and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > >> the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > >> Carol
> > >> 
> > >> At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > >> 
> > >>> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >>> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >>> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >>> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >>> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >>> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >>> 
> > >>> Thanks,
> > >>> Moe
> > >>> _______________________________________________
> > >>> blindkid mailing list
> > >>> blindkid at nfbnet.org
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> > >> 
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> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 7
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:30:47 -0500
> > > From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <auto-000019647478 at mailfront4.g2host.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
> > > 
> > > Give him his own tube and let him squeeze it directly into mouth.
> > > 
> > > Dave
> > > 
> > > At 01:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > > 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ------------------------------
> > > 
> > > Message: 8
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:40:26 -0400
> > > From: "Albert J Rizzi" <albert at myblindspot.org>
> > > To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> > > children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > Message-ID: <28661A7A148F453C964CF3FF21278183 at JkTC4D1>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> > > 
> > > Lol. that is how I do it. glad someone stepped up with that one as a
> > > suggestion.
> > > 
> > > 
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> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > > Behalf Of David Andrews
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 3:31 PM
> > > To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List,(for parents of blind children)
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > Give him his own tube and let him squeeze it directly into mouth.
> > > 
> > > Dave
> > > 
> > > At 01:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > > 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >> blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >> toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >> toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >> squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe
> > > 
> > > 
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> > > Message: 9
> > > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:15:49 -0700 (PDT)
> > > From: L <lburns24 at yahoo.com>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
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> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> > > Hi,
> > > I was just researching grooming and dressing for a paper I am writing for my grad class and came across this info at the Little Rock Foundation website,? - http://www.tlrf.org/parents_resources_TeachingMethods.htmBrushing Teeth
> > > Give your child his own place to keep his supplies, such as a plastic caddy or cup, so that he doesn't have to search through the family's materials to locate his own things. If your child has usable color vision, purchase items that are boldly colored and distinct from those of other family members. Buy toothpastes with flip-top caps; this avoids the frustration of the little
> > > round caps that roll away at the touch of a searching finger. If your brand doesn't offer fliptops,
> > > teach your child to put the cap in a specific location, such as in a soap dish or next to the faucet.Your child can search for the cap by moving his hand from the sink edge in toward the bowl; this way, even if the cap rolls away, it will land in the sink to be easily found. It can be difficult for a blind or V.I. child to learn how to squirt just the right amount of toothpaste
> > > and put it in just the right place on the brush. If this is so for your child, try: ? Buy inexpensive toothpaste and let your child experiment in the tub or backyard. Show him how the toothpaste can squirt or ooze, depending on the pressure of his hand. Feel around to find where the toothpaste is inside the tube, and squeeze it to move the paste around inside the tube. Think of this as an early physics experiment! ? Show your child how to squeeze a short line of toothpaste onto the end of his finger (from the bend of his first knuckle to the tip of his finger). When he can do this easily, he can learn to hold his fingertip next to the bristles of the toothbrush and guide the tip toothpaste tube along the head of the brush. ? If you have practiced and practiced, and your child just can't seem to get the tooth paste on the brush, you may decide to try teaching this later on. In the meantime, your child could try using toothpowder (shake a small
> > > amount into the palm of the hand), or learn to squirt a small dab of toothpaste directly into his mouth (he will need his own tube of paste). Teach your child to wipe his mouth after brushing his teeth. He should also rinse the sink, leaving the bathroom clean for others.
> > > ?
> > > There is also a new website - http://blindhow.com/
> > > 
> > > From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> > > To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:09 PM
> > > Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > > We are still having a difficult time with it.? We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger.? Big mess! 
> > > 
> > > Thanks,
> > > Moe ??? ??? ??? ? ??? ??? ? 
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> > > Message: 10
> > > Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:18:45 -0400
> > > From: Richard Holloway <rholloway at gopbc.org>
> > > To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> > > <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> > > One alternative which I don't think has been mentioned is using tooth powder instead. It is a powder (as the name might imply, LOL) so nowhere nearly as sticky. There are homemade "recipes" for it but it is also commercially available from companies large and small including Colgate. At least one brand I found with a google search also offers it with fluoride (if that is a concern). If I'm not mistaken, tooth powders pre-date tooth paste actually. I think they've been in use for a couple hundred years so it isn't some crazy new idea. Might be worth a shot...
> > > 
> > > Richard
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > On Jul 13, 2011, at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr wrote:
> > > 
> > >> 
> > >> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> > >> 
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Moe 
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> Message: 7
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:44:24 -0800
> From: "Bonnie Lucas" <lucas.bonnie at gmail.com>
> To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> Not only that but it keeps others, who if given the chance, would would
> confiscate your tube! (Husbands and kids)?
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Brandy W [mailto:branlw at sbcglobal.net] 
> Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 10:21 AM
> To: 'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)'
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> 
> That is what I do. I got tired of being precise and all of that jazz so I
> just have my own tube that I don't share and squirt a bit into my mouth.
> 
> "Feelings of worth flourish only in an atmosphere where individual
> differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open,
> and rules are flexible - the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindkid-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> Behalf Of Emily
> Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:14 PM
> To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> 
> I know some people who don't bother trying to put toothpaste on the
> toothbrush, instead they just squirt a little toothpaste directly in their
> mouth.
> 
> Good luck
> 
> On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Moses Whitaker Jr
> <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>wrote:
> 
> >
> > Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Moe
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> Message: 8
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:45:25 -0800
> From: "Bonnie Lucas" <lucas.bonnie at gmail.com>
> To: "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind
> children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> Message-ID: <4e1f9bc2.c61e440a.758f.2af5 at mx.google.com>
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> 
> Now, that sounds nifty, but what a pain to take traveling!
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Crystal Schumacher [mailto:crystal_schu at hotmail.com] 
> Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 10:39 AM
> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> 
> 
> I bought a toothpaste dispenser that sticks to the wall or mirror of the
> bathroom. You put your toothbrush in the opening of the dispenser and push
> forward. It applies the right amount of toothpaste with no mess! We all use
> it!
> 
> Crystal
> 
> 
> > Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:24:02 -0400
> > To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> > From: carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com
> > Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> > 
> > Serena touches the opening of the tube to the bristles of the brush 
> > and then squeezes a little. Maybe this will be more successful than 
> > the onto the finger approach--hope so!
> > Carol
> > 
> > At 02:09 PM 7/13/2011, you wrote:
> > 
> > >Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally 
> > >blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put 
> > >toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> > >We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the 
> > >toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's 
> > >squeezing on his finger. Big mess!
> > >
> > >Thanks,
> > >Moe
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> 
> 
> ------------------------------
> 
> Message: 9
> Date: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:50:06 -0800
> From: "Bonnie Lucas" <lucas.bonnie at gmail.com>
> To: "'L'" <lburns24 at yahoo.com>, "'NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for
> parents of blind children\)'" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> 
> If I may, I'd like to say that if you are using a flip top to squeeze into the mouth, or to put it on the brush, the inside lid gets nasty, most of the time. However, if you do the into the mouth method and use a lid that you remove, you never even have to put it down because you can tuck it into the palm of the hand while you do the squirting into the mouth! Cool, eh?
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: L [mailto:lburns24 at yahoo.com] 
> Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:16 PM
> To: NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> 
> Hi,
> I was just researching grooming and dressing for a paper I am writing for my grad class and came across this info at the Little Rock Foundation website, - http://www.tlrf.org/parents_resources_TeachingMethods.htmBrushing Teeth
> Give your child his own place to keep his supplies, such as a plastic caddy or cup, so that he doesn't have to search through the family's materials to locate his own things. If your child has usable color vision, purchase items that are boldly colored and distinct from those of other family members. Buy toothpastes with flip-top caps; this avoids the frustration of the little
> round caps that roll away at the touch of a searching finger. If your brand doesn't offer fliptops,
> teach your child to put the cap in a specific location, such as in a soap dish or next to the faucet.Your child can search for the cap by moving his hand from the sink edge in toward the bowl; this way, even if the cap rolls away, it will land in the sink to be easily found. It can be difficult for a blind or V.I. child to learn how to squirt just the right amount of toothpaste
> and put it in just the right place on the brush. If this is so for your child, try: ? Buy inexpensive toothpaste and let your child experiment in the tub or backyard. Show him how the toothpaste can squirt or ooze, depending on the pressure of his hand. Feel around to find where the toothpaste is inside the tube, and squeeze it to move the paste around inside the tube. Think of this as an early physics experiment! ? Show your child how to squeeze a short line of toothpaste onto the end of his finger (from the bend of his first knuckle to the tip of his finger). When he can do this easily, he can learn to hold his fingertip next to the bristles of the toothbrush and guide the tip toothpaste tube along the head of the brush. ? If you have practiced and practiced, and your child just can't seem to get the tooth paste on the brush, you may decide to try teaching this later on. In the meantime, your child could try using toothpowder (shake a small
> amount into the palm of the hand), or learn to squirt a small dab of toothpaste directly into his mouth (he will need his own tube of paste). Teach your child to wipe his mouth after brushing his teeth. He should also rinse the sink, leaving the bathroom clean for others.
> 
> There is also a new website - http://blindhow.com/
> 
> From: Moses Whitaker Jr <mwhitakerj at hotmail.com>
> To: blind Kids Request NFB <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:09 PM
> Subject: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
> 
> 
> Has anyone found a succesful way of teaching their child, (totally blind, very low to no light perception), the best way to put toothpaste on their toothbrush?
> We are still having a difficult time with it. We've tried the toothpaste on the finger but he can't seem to feel how much he's squeezing on his finger. Big mess! 
> 
> Thanks,
> Moe 
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> Message: 10
> Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:26:40 -0400
> From: Carol Castellano <carol.joyce.castellano at gmail.com>
> To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, \(for parents of blind children\)"
> <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Toothpaste on Toothbrush
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> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
> 
> oh I'd agree with that--having a boy (sighted) and a girl (totally blind).
> 
> At 02:58 PM 7/14/2011, you wrote:
> >If it makes you feel any better, Hank does have enough vision that 
> >he should be able to do this task yet I still have toothpaste all 
> >over the sink. Maybe a boy thing more than a blind thing? Lol!
> >
> >Holly
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